by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Sep 5, 2024 | Advocacy, Disaster Relief, FEMA
September marks National Preparedness Month and serves as a reminder that timely preparation for natural disasters will help keep communities and families safe. This year’s theme is “Start A Conversation.” Initiating a conversation with your communities and families...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Aug 29, 2024 | Assistance Animals, Community Association Guidance
National Dog Day, recognized earlier this week, is a perfect opportunity to celebrate the pure joy our pups bring to our lives. For many, dogs are more than just pets; they are essential partners in daily living for those who rely on service and assistance animals. As...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | May 30, 2024 | Federal Advocacy
Regulatory News INCREASE IN SALARY THRESHOLD FOR EXEMPT EMPLOYEES. The U.S. Department of Labor approved regulations to increase the threshold salary for exempt (salaries) employees. Current- $35,568 July 1, 2024 – $43,888 Jan. 1, 2025 – $58,656 Starting...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Apr 3, 2024 | Corporate Transparency Act, Federal Advocacy
As of March 1, the Alabama Federal Court found the Corporate Transparency Act to be unconstitutional, and chaos ensued. Unfortunately, the court ruling doesn’t apply to community associations — condominiums, housing cooperatives, and homeowners associations. ...
by Hannah Engber | Mar 22, 2024 | Assistance Animals, Fair Housing
This Saturday, March 23 is National Puppy Day, where dog owners and lovers come together over their shared appreciation for our four-legged companions. National Puppy Day is meant to raise awareness of the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year and help...
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Mar 21, 2024 | Federal Advocacy
Throughout the month of March, members of CAI’s Government and Public Affairs team spent time on Capitol Hill meeting with members of Congress to advocate for support of the 2023 Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act.(H.R. 1477/S. 722). This has been a...
